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Fresh Corn Cakes with Cilantro Cream
By joanmarie
In a large bowl stir together panko, cornmeal, and salt
- 1/2 cup whole wheat panko (Japanese-style bread crumbs)
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup fat-free milk
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 egg whites, lightly beaten
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (4 ears)
- 1/2 cup grated carrot (1 medium)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped green sweet pepper (1 small)
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 recipe Cilantro Cream
HEARTY BEEF & SWEET POTATO STEW RECIPE
By joanmarie
Preheat oven to 325°. In an ovenproof Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat
- 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
- 1-1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck steak, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth
- 1/3 cup dry red wine or additional reduced-sodium beef broth
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon pepper
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons cold water
- 1-1/4 pounds sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 pound baby portobello mushrooms, halved
- 4 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices
- 2 medium parsnips, cut into 1/2-inch slices
- 1 medium turnip, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
CARROT CAKE BARS WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
By joanmarie
1. Heat oven to 350°F. Coat (15x10x1-inch) baking pan with cooking spray
- CAKE
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 cups sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups shredded carrots (about 1 lb.)
- 3/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts*
- 1 tablespoon grated orange peel
- FROSTING
- 1 (8-oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup finely chopped toasted walnuts*
Beef-and-Onion Empanadas
By joanmarie
Step 1 Make the Dough In a small saucepan, combine the water and salt and bring to a simmer
- DOUGH
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1/4 cup lard
- 4 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- FILLING
- 1 pound well-marbled beef, such as tri-tip or sirloin tip, very finely chopped Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 1/4 cup lard
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter—4 tablespoon cut into tablespoons, 2 tablespoon cut into small cubes
- 3 medium onions, quartered and thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon sweet smoked Spanish paprika
- 4 scallions, white and green parts minced separately
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped oregano
- 2 large hard-cooked eggs, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped pitted green olives
Dry-Rubbed Flank Steak with Grilled Corn Salsa
By joanmarie
Dry Rub Combine brown sugar, chile powder, paprika, salt, pepper, cayenne, granulated garlic, mustard powder, cori...
- Dry Rub
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon English mustard powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Steak and Salsa
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for grill
- 3 ears of corn, shucked
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeds removed, finely chopped
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
- 1/3 cup fresh lime juice
- Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
- 1 1/2 pounds flank steak
JAMBALAYA
By joanmarie
Heat 1 tablespoon of peanut oil in a large heavy Dutch oven over medium heat
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 10 ounces andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (16 ounce) can crushed Italian tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon file powder
- 1 1/4 cups uncooked white rice
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
KEY LIME PETITE PIES
By joanmarie
1. Heat oven to 325°F. Line 24 mini muffin cups with paper liners
- CRUST
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons sweetened flaked coconut
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- FILLING
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 (14-oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/3 cup Key lime juice*
- 1 tablespoon grated lime peel
- 3/4 teaspoon coconut extract
- Dash salt
- TOPPING
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon coconut extract
- GARNISH
- 1/4 cup sweetened flaked coconut, toasted**
CRAB CAKES
By joanmarie
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Dash hot sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon crab boil seasoning (recommended: Old Bay)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
- 1 scallion, including green top, finely chopped
- 1 pound lump crab, picked over for cartilage
- 3/4 cup dry bread crumbs
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Smarter Tartar Sauce, recipe follows
Queso Fundido with Chorizo
By joanmarie
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F
- Vegetable oil, for oiling the baking dish
- 6 ounces chorizo or spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 large clove garlic, minced
- 2 cups grated Oaxaca or mozzarella cheese
- 6 flour tortillas or soft tacos, warmed
sausage, kale and white bean stew
By joanmarie
In a Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over moderate heat
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 1/4 pound mild or hot sausages, casings removed
- 2 onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound kale, tough stems removed, leaves washed well and shredded (about 1 1/2 quarts)
- 3 1/3 cups canned diced tomatoes with their juice (two 15-ounce cans)
- 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper
- 4 cups drained and rinsed canned cannellini beans (two 19-ounce cans)